Monica Bass

• Manage full operation of a productive seven-acre vegetable farm, including soil management, crop planning, irrigation systems, harvesting, and distribution.
• Implement sustainable agricultural strategies such as cover cropping, composting, water conservation, and integrated pest management.
• Facilitate community education through farm tours, workshops, and local engagement related to healthy foods and sustainable production.
• Build partnerships with farmers markets, community groups, and local organizations to distribute produce and address food-access gaps.
• Maintain detailed records for production planning, budgeting, compliance, and grant or program reporting (if applicable).

Agricultural Cooperative Contributor / Member

Rankin County Cooperative –

2003-2021

• Collaborate with other small producers to increase market access, reduce costs, and streamline distribution.
• Participate in cooperative planning efforts, shared equipment programs, bulk purchasing, or joint marketing strategies.
• Support development of resource-sharing systems and equitable food-distribution models for rural and underserved communities.
• Advocate for farmer needs in group meetings, trainings, or community discussions.

Various Community Programs / Organizations – MS 2003-2021

• Conduct outreach and education on food deserts, food security, nutrition, and fresh-food access solutions.
• Support program design and implementation for community agriculture and sustainable food initiatives.
• Work alongside universities, nonprofits, or community groups to expand access to local produce

Used educational & lecturing skills to collaborate with students ensuring efficient learning.

· Taught English, writing, & ESL reading

· Tutored 850 students per semester.

Outside sales representative. Small business division.